Maximize Pre-Stretch and Load Stability by Choosing the Right Film for Your Automated Equipment
For warehouses and distribution centers that rely on pallet wrapping machines, choosing the wrong film is a costly mistake. Machine stretch film is not a generic commodity; it’s a high-performance consumable engineered for automated systems. Selecting the correct machine stretch film for your pallet wrapper is crucial for reducing film consumption, minimizing downtime, and ensuring absolute cargo security during transit.
Unlike hand film, machine film requires superior puncture resistance, excellent cling, and the ability to withstand high-force pre-stretching. Its core value lies in achieving maximum load holding force with minimal material use through extreme pre-stretch rates (up to 300%), directly lowering your per-pallet packaging cost.
Machine Stretch Film vs. Hand Stretch Film Comparison
| Feature | Machine Stretch Film | Hand Stretch Film | Why This Matters to You |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gauge (Thickness) | 15-20 micron | 20-30 micron | Machine film is thinner yet stronger, enabling savings through pre-stretch |
| Pre-Stretch Rate | High (Up to 250%-300%) | Low (Typically <100%) | Higher pre-stretch means more pallets wrapped per roll |
| Puncture Resistance | Excellent | Moderate | Resists damage from sharp corners, reducing breakage risk |
| Cling | Precision-controlled, balanced | High, for easy sealing | Ensures film layers adhere securely without unraveling |
| Core Size | 3-inch (76mm) high-strength core | 1-inch (25mm) core | Designed for machine chucks, prevents slippage or rupture at high speeds |
| Core Value | Lower cost-per-pallet, efficiency | Operational flexibility | For high-volume operations, machine film is key to cost reduction |
How to Choose the Best Machine Stretch Film?
- Identify Your Equipment: Is your machine a brake-stretch or power-pre-stretch system? Pre-stretch wrappers require specific pre-stretch film for optimal performance.
- Evaluate Load Characteristics: Do loads have sharp edges? Choose a film with higher puncture resistance. Is the surface smooth (e.g., plastic totes)? Opt for film with good cling properties.
- Calculate True Cost: Don’t just look at price per roll. Calculate your cost per pallet (how many pallets one roll wraps). A high-pre-stretch film often has a lower cost-per-pallet.
- Request Samples for Testing: A reliable stretch film manufacturer will provide samples. Test the film on your actual equipment for pre-stretch performance, breakage rate, and holding force.
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